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JPN 101 - Elementary Japanese I [SUN# JPN 1101]

5 Credits, 5 Contact Hours
5 lecture periods 0 lab periods

Introduction to the Japanese language. Includes an overview of the Japanese language, speaking and listening, writing and reading, grammar, personal transactions, and the cultural context within which Japanese conversation takes place. Also includes writing and reading of Hiragana, Katakana, and 23 Kanji characters.

Gen-Ed: Meets AGEC - OTHER; Meets - CTE A&H.


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Course Learning Outcomes
  1. Derive meaning from written Japanese that contains vocabulary with supportive context and/or background knowledge.
  2. Write simple sentences using formulaic expressions and learned vocabulary.
  3. Utilize frequently used expressions to describe self and others, and formulate questions to satisfy basic needs.
  4. Express basic needs and use basic courtesy expressions.
  5. Demonstrate comprehension of frequently used words and phrases in simple spoken questions, statements, commands, and courtesy formulae.
  6. Identify components of the culture, including physical (personal space, customs), non-verbal (gestures, music) and geographical facts as well as the arts (music and art).
  7. Read and write Hiragana, Katakana, and 23 Kanji characters

Outline:
  1. Overview of the Japanese Language
    1. Japanese communication styles
    2. Japanese grammar
  2. Speaking and Listening
    1. Oral exercises
    2. Tapes and listening exercises
  3. Writing and Reading
    1. Romaji (Romanization)
    2. Hiragana
    3. Katakana
    4. Kanji (approximately 23 new Kanji)
    5. Writing and reading exercises
  4. Grammar
    1. Numerals and counters
    2. Months, dates, days, and times
    3. Possessions
    4. Demonstratives
    5. Particles
    6. Daily activities (future and past)
    7. Expressing likes and dislikes
    8. Invitations
    9. Locations
    10. Existence
    11. Suggestions
    12. Adjectival and adverbial expressions
    13. Polite and plain forms
  5. Personal Transactions
    1. Introducing yourself and friends
    2. Everyday greetings
    3. Asking locations and showing locations on a map
    4. Describing one’s town
    5. Making a phone call
    6. Invitations
    7. Asking how much things cost
    8. Polite requests
    9. Explaining schedules and daily life
  6. Cultural Context Within Japanese Conversation


Effective Term:
Fall 2016